Texas HCR 117: Designating Port Aransas as the official Fishing Capital of Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035.

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89(R) HCR 117 - Enrolled version - Bill Text

  

  

  
 H.C.R. No. 117

  

  

   

 HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION

   

        WHEREAS, Port Aransas, situated on Mustang Island along the 

  

 Texas Gulf Coast, has long been recognized as one of Texas' premier 

  

 locations for fishing, attracting anglers from across the state and 

  

 beyond; and

  

        WHEREAS, Boasting a diverse marine ecosystem, the waters 

  

 surrounding the island offer opportunities to catch red snapper, 

  

 redfish, flounder, tarpon, marlin, tuna, and other prized species; 

  

 moreover, the area is optimal for deep-sea, bay, and pier fishing, 

  

 providing enthusiasts with a range of options; and

  

        WHEREAS, Port Aransas hosts a number of prestigious fishing 

  

 tournaments, including the Texas Legends Billfish Tournament, the 

  

 Texas Women Anglers Tournament, and the Deep Sea Roundup, which is 

  

 renowned as the oldest fishing competition on the Texas coast; and

  

        WHEREAS, The city is home to a thriving fishing industry that 

  

 encompasses guided charter services, bait and tackle shops, 

  

 marinas, and other businesses, all of which contribute 

  

 significantly to the local and state economy; and

  

        WHEREAS, The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and local 

  

 conservation groups have worked diligently to preserve and maintain 

  

 the natural fisheries of the area, ensuring that future generations 

  

 can continue to enjoy world-class fishing in Port Aransas; and

  

        WHEREAS, The residents of Port Aransas have demonstrated an 

  

 unwavering commitment to the promotion, preservation, and 

  

 enhancement of the area's fishing opportunities, and their efforts, 

  

 along with the abundant coastal waters, have made the city a beloved 

  

 fishing destination for a multitude of Texans and visitors alike; 

  

 now, therefore, be it

  

        RESOLVED, That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas 

  

 hereby designate Port Aransas as the official Fishing Capital of 

  

 Texas; and, be it further

  

        RESOLVED, That, in accordance with the provisions of 

  

 Section 391.003(e), Government Code, this designation remain in 

  

 effect until the 10th anniversary of the date this resolution is 

   

 finally passed by the legislature.

  

   

 Hunter

  

  

  
 ______________________________
 ______________________________

  
    President of the Senate
 Speaker of the House     

  

  

   

        I certify that H.C.R. No. 117 was adopted by the House on May 

   

 1, 2025, by the following vote:  Yeas 136, Nays 1, 4 present, not 

   

 voting.

   

   

 ______________________________

   

 Chief Clerk of the House   

  

  

   

        I certify that H.C.R. No. 117 was adopted by the Senate on May 

   

 9, 2025, by the following vote:  Yeas 31, Nays 0.

   

   

 ______________________________

   

 Secretary of the Senate   

   

 APPROVED: __________________

   

                 Date       

   

  

   

          __________________

   

               Governor